2001 AC Aceca vs. 2009 BMW 650
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 AC Aceca. (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2001 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 AC Aceca weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
2001 AC Aceca | 2009 BMW 650 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | 650 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |